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The Dawson Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grafton Street

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Living area
Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom | Toilet paper
Living area
Living area
Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

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35 Dawson Street, Dublin, Dublin, D02 CR29
  • Place, Grafton Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Stephen's Green
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Bunk Bed In 8 Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed In A 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In A 20 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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Bed In A 10 Bed FEMALE ONLY Dorm Ensuite

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About the neighborhood

Dublin

Located in City Centre Dublin, The Dawson Hostel is adjacent to Grafton Street and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like St. Stephen's Green. This 200-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Grafton Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Trinity College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • O'Connell Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dawson Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Dublin Pearse Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butlers Chocolate Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffeeangel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kehoe's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Xian Street Food - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Dawson Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grafton Street
Guests of The Dawson Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of EUR 200 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Towels fee: EUR 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Dawson Hostel Dublin
The Dawson Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Dawson Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Dawson Hostel?

The Dawson Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dawson Hostel?

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dawson Hostel on Oct 13, 2025 start from $116.07, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Dawson Hostel?

This hostel is situated in City Centre Dublin, just steps from St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street, and within a short walk of Dublin Tourism Centre. You'll also find O'Connell Street and Dublin Castle less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Dawson Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Dawson Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Dawson Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dawson Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at The Dawson Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Dawson Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Dawson Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Dawson Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dawson Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Dawson Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from The Dawson Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Dawson Hostel is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 9.4 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Dawson Hostel?

No, at The Dawson Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

The Dawson Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for exploring Dublin. Get what you expect from a hostel, 24/7 front desk which is good. Only small issue is rooms at the rear of the hostel are a bit of a trek to get to and back onto a nightclub, fine if you're in the club until closing which we ended up doing both nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra Aracely

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s no to bad , the staff are very kind and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. I don’t like the policy of paying to store luggage on the day of check out. The building is interesting with twists and turns in hallways to get to a free bathroom, tv room, and kitchen. We do plan to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdumumin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nkosinomusa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was very clean apart from mixing man and women in the same room it made me uncomfortable but they were able to move me which i was greatful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was mixed with men and women that was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024